Finding the Fourth Proportional to 792.15, 1,187.61 and 244
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 792.15, 1,187.61 and 244 is: 365.81
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
792.15 : 1,187.61 = 244 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
792.15/1,187.61 = 244/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
792.15x = 1,187.61 × 244 - Step 4: Simplify right side
792.15x = 289,776.84 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 289,776.84/792.15 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 365.81
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